I've heard of the Youngbloods, but I don't really remember hearing them. Jesse Colin Young got his start as the lead singer of that band. With this album he did a great job of showcasing a sound that's firmly based in the California rock of the 70s but with jazz and more also in the mix. I like this set quite a bit. It's very effective. This new vinyl release is classy, too. It has a great gatefold cover with lyrics, and the heavy vinyl is exceptionally high quality.
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